Service Providers
Making connectivity accessible and affordable for everyone in the U.S. by contributing to and participating in the Universal Service Fund
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Contributing to the USF
All telecommunications providers must file with USAC every year. This determines if they must contribute to the Universal Service Fund (USF) and how much the contribution will be.
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Universal service programs build out the country’s network infrastructure and serve our schools, libraries, rural healthcare clinics, and families in need. Set Up an Account
Participation by Program
Service providers make universal service possible by participating in one or more USF programs. Explore participation by selecting from the options below:
*This information is based on 2017-2018 Universal Service Fund data.
Announcements
FCC Bans Seven Convicted E-Rate Fraudsters from USF Programs
Mar 24, 2026
On March 20, 2026, the FCC barred seven individuals who had been convicted of defrauding the E-Rate program from participating in activities associated with any Universal Service Fund-supported program. Corporations controlled by these individuals received over $14 million in E-Rate funds from 2010 to 2016 but failed to provide much of the equipment for which they had...
Read MoreFCC Announces 2Q26 Contribution Factor 37.0%
Mar 17, 2026
The FCC released a Public Notice, DA 26-218, announcing that the proposed universal service contribution factor for...
Read MoreService Provider Payment System Unavailable 3/28/2026
Mar 6, 2026
Service providers will not be able to make payments using E-File on Saturday, March 28 from 6...
Read More2026 FCC Form 499-A Now in E-File
Feb 27, 2026
The 2026 FCC Form 499-A is now available in E-File. All service providers with a 499 Filer...
Read MoreService Provider Payment System Unavailable 2/14/2026
Feb 11, 2026
Service providers will not be able to make payments using E-File on Saturday, February 14 from 6...
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